Evaluation of elite genotypes of Nagpur mandarin for yield parameters in Vidarbha region

Abstract

The present study was conducted to evaluation of elite genotypes of Nagpur mandarin (Citrus reticulata Blanco) for yield parameters in Vidarbha region during the Ambia bahar seasons of 2022-23 and 2023-24. Nine elite genotypes including a standard check were assessed for yield and yield attributing parameters such as average fruit weight, number of fruits per plant, fruit yield per plant and fruit yield per hectare. Significant differences were observed among the genotypes for all the traits studied in both individual years and pooled analysis, indicating substantial genetic variability. Among the all genotypes, genotype KAL-19 consistently recorded the highest number of fruits per plant, fruit yield per plant and fruit yield per hectare, while genotype ACH-37/20 exhibited the highest average fruit weight. Genotypes KAL-14 also showed superior and stable performance for yield attributes. The lowest yield was recorded in genotype M-22. The study highlights the potential of genotype KAL-19, followed by genotype KAL-14 for higher productivity and suitability for commercial cultivation under Vidarbha conditions. These genotypes may be further exploited in varietal improvement programmes.